how many books are needed for a full enchantment table

A full enchantment table setup needs 15 bookshelves , which is enough to unlock level 30 enchantments in Minecraft.

That also means you need 45 books total, since each bookshelf takes 3 books.

Quick setup

• Place the enchanting table in the center.
• Leave a 1-block gap around it.
• Surround it with 15 bookshelves.
• Keep the space open so the shelves can power the table.

Materials for 45 books

• 45 books = 45 leather, 135 paper, and enough sugar cane to craft the paper.

So the simple answer is: 15 bookshelves, or 45 books for a full setup.